Modular

Modular

Inference Optimization Engineer

USA

Sponsorship not specified$198k-$286kDetected 34 days ago
Distributed SystemsFull-Stack DevelopmentCloud PlatformsKubernetesLLMsLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • As we learn the shape and patterns of each customer's workload, the platform adapts and improves performance automatically over time.
  • We continuously apply the latest optimizations across kernels, the inference engine, and distributed systems so that customer workloads stay on the Pareto frontier of cost and performance.
  • We get there through deep workload insights, a scalable platform, and close collaboration with engineering and product teams.

Responsibilities

  • Build the optimization platform that drives inference performance of LLMs served on Modular Cloud to state of the art levels across the latest GPU and ASIC architectures.
  • Partner closely with the GTM team to deliver highly customized LLM inference tuned to specific customer use cases, and collaborate across engineering to drive optimizations spanning the full stack, from GPU kernels to cloud infrastructure.
  • A track record of building durable, reusable software tools and libraries that are adopted across teams and functions.
  • Team Building Events.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in distributed systems or performance engineering.
  • Experience with GPU kernel programming, inference engine internals, or distributed inference architectures.
  • Experience with Kubernetes and cloud native ecosystems.
  • Familiarity with modern LLM architectures and the latest inference optimization techniques.
  • What you bring to the table: 5+ years of experience in distributed systems or performance engineering.
  • Helpful, but not required: Experience with GPU kernel programming, inference engine internals, or distributed inference architectures.

Compensation

  • The estimated base salary range for this role to be performed in the US, regardless of the state, is $198,000.00 - $286,000.00 USD.
  • The estimated base salary range for this role to be performed in Canada, regardless of the province, is $194,000.00 - $280,000.00 CAD.

Benefits

  • World-class Benefits.
  • Premier insurance plans, up to 5% 401k matching, flexible paid time off, and more are available to you!
  • We offer very strong compensation packages, including stock options.
  • The total compensation for a candidate will also include annual target bonus, equity, and benefits, with equity making up a significant portion of your total compensation.
  • Please note that specific benefit packages may vary based on your location.

Company info

  • Creativity and curiosity in solving complex problems, a collaborative and team oriented mindset, and alignment with our culture.
  • We are a progressive and agile team with some of the industry's best engineering and product leaders.

This listing is sourced directly from Modular's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.